- Hon. Victor Afam Ogene praised the Osun State Government for hosting the South-West’s first post-conference stakeholders’ roundtable on renewable energy.
- Governor Adeleke announced initiatives to boost clean energy access and sustainability, such as a recycling hub, electric bikes, and solar lanterns.
Hon. Victor Afam Ogene, Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Renewable Energy, praised the Osun State Government on Tuesday for hosting the South-West’s first Post-Conference Stakeholders’ Roundtable on Renewable Energy. He delivered his remarks in Osogbo while unveiling the state’s Climate-Smart Investment Portfolio.
“This event’s theme aligns with Governor Adeleke’s innovative leadership and development vision,” Ogene said. “We commend His Excellency for recognising the role of technology in advancing sustainable growth.”
Ogene highlighted the roundtable as a direct result of the First Annual National Legislative Conference on Renewable Energy, which the House hosted last month in Lagos in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). He also commended Professor Chinwe Obuaku, the event’s consultant and technical lead, for her contributions, positioning Osun as a clean energy leader among Nigerian states.
Furthermore, he noted that the 10th House of Representatives, under Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, prioritised energy by establishing the House Committee on Renewable Energy. “For the first time, we now have a dedicated committee to craft policy, monitor implementation, and attract investment in sustainable energy,” he said.
The House, he added, passed a resolution that requires all federal ministries, departments, and agencies to transition to renewable energy sources. “States can adopt this model to support a unified national energy agenda,” Ogene said.
The two-day conference, themed “From Vision to Action: Localising Nigeria’s Renewable Energy Legislative Agenda,” brought together lawmakers, government officials, experts, and development partners to accelerate renewable energy adoption across the South-West.
Meanwhile, Deputy Governor Prince Kola Adewusi, who represented Governor Ademola Adeleke, presented Osun’s draft Renewable Energy Policy and Climate Action Plan. He described them as essential tools for building a legislative and institutional foundation that supports an inclusive energy transition.
In a statement delivered on his behalf, Governor Adeleke said, “We are unveiling our Climate-Smart Investment Portfolio as a strategic roadmap to attract responsible capital into renewable energy, sustainable infrastructure, and the circular economy.”
Governor Adeleke also said his administration developed the Climate Action Plan through a collaborative process that engaged experts, grassroots communities, and development partners. “Our climate vision looks beyond the present—it protects the future of generations yet unborn,” he said.
The governor announced key clean energy initiatives, including the State Recycling Hub, electric motorcycles, and school Green Clubs. He also introduced the IMOLE Solar Lantern Project, a “practical and symbolic solution for last-mile energy access.”
Through the “One Child, One Lantern” campaign, the government aims to distribute solar-powered lanterns to students in rural and underserved communities. “Every child deserves light to study, dream, and grow—regardless of location or background,” Governor Adeleke said. “The lantern in your conference bag isn’t just a souvenir—a symbol of the brighter future we’re building together.”
Professor Chinwe Obuaku closed the day’s remarks by emphasising the roundtable’s mission. “We aim to develop clear, localised plans to expand renewable energy in Osun and across the South-West,” she said. “This initiative goes beyond clean power—it will create jobs, enhance energy access, and drive inclusive growth.”
The roundtable continued on Wednesday, June 4, with stakeholders expected to outline next steps for implementing clean energy solutions across the region.